Nikon COOLPIX 5200 Manual

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27Scene ModeScene ModeAssist and Scene ModesYour Nikon digital camera offers a choice of four “assist” and eleven “scene”modes. In these modes, camera settings are automatically optimized for the se-lected subject type, sparing you the necessity of adjusting settings one-by-one.Assist ModesAssist modes are chosen by rotating the mode dial to the desired mode.Framing assist options are available to help you compose your shots.Scene ModesScene modes are selected by rotating the mode dial to and pressing theMENU button.Assist and Scene ModesDepending on your subject, assist and scene modes may not always produce the desiredresults. If results are not to your satisfaction, choose (auto shooting) and try again.Mode DescriptionPortrait assist Use for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearlywhile background details are softened. 29Landscape assistUse to enhance outlines, colors, and contrast in skyscapes, for-ests, and other landscape shots, or to take portraits that feature alandmark in the background.31Sports assist Use for sports shots that freeze motion in rapidly-moving subjects. 32Night portrait assist Use for portraits taken against a dimly-lit backdrop. 33Mode DescriptionParty/Indoor Use to capture background details or the effects of candlelightand other indoor lighting. 35Beach/Snow Use for bright subjects such as snowfields, beaches, and sunlitexpanses of water. 35Sunset Use to preserve the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. 35Dusk/Dawn Use to preserve the colors seen in the weak natural light beforesunrise and after sunset. 36Night landscape Use when taking landscape shots at night. 36Close up Use to capture vivid colors in close-up shots of flowers, insects,and other small objects. 37Museum Use where flash photography is prohibited. 37Fireworks show Use to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. 38Copy Use to copy text and line drawings. 38Back light Use when light is coming from behind your subject, throwingtheir features into shadow. 38Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined toform a single scene. 39